Sauerkraut and Sausage Soup

Sauerkraut and Sausage Soup is one of the favorite German-Inspired comfort foods in a bowl that sauerkraut lovers enjoy. Everything is cooked in the same pot from start to finish. Made with German-Style Sauerkraut imported from Germany, Bratwurst, Polish Sausage, Potatoes, Carrots, and onions, in a warm deliciously flavored broth.

I love a good comforting soup especially when its super simple to make. How can we go wrong with a one pot meal? Little to no cleanup time or stress from trying to clean it up. Raise your hand if you are happy about the idea of no cleanup drama. Whew, I am only imagining all these hands flying up.

Let get back to this über cool, flavorful, simple Sauerkraut and Sausage Soup, I say, “German-Inspired”, because let’s face it if you traveled to Germany you might find something a tad bit like it, but really this is just a really great German-Inspired recipe we make here in the States. I do, however, insist if you can on using German Sauerkraut vs the stuff you see in a clear bag by the meat section. German Sauerkraut in no way shape or form ever tasted that way.

There are some great International Markets that carry the real deal, or believe it or not Aldis does have a decent Sauerkraut in a jar in the canned goods section. If you don’t see it just ask they always have it all year round. You’ll thank after tasting the difference. Trust me the taste will be a pleasant surprise. Sauerkraut should never taste briny and tart, Yuck! It should have a mild pleasant taste.

The Bratwurst is also an important ingredient as well if you can while you are the International Market, look for quality Bratwurst imported from Germany. If you cannot then simply just use the Bratwurst from your own local market if they sell it. Usually, during the month of October, many markets carry imported German ingredients. So don’t be afraid to ask if they have something.

If you are a sauerkraut and Bratwurst lover you are going to be amazed at how wonderful the textures and zingy tastes come together in one pot. The Sauerkraut and Sausage Soup even tastes more flavorful the next day. This should keep well for about 3-4 days in an airtight container in your refrigerator. I don’t recommend freezing as it seems to ruin the potatoes composition. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did!

Sauerkraut and Sausage Soup is one of the favorite German-Inspired comfort foods in a bowl that Sauerkraut lovers enjoy. Everything is cooked in the same pot from start to finish. Made with German-Style Saurerkrate imported from Germany, Bratwurst, Polish Sausage, Potatoes, Carrots, and onions, in a warm deliciously flavored broth.

Course:
Soup

Cuisine:
American, German

Keyword:
Bratwurst, Polish Sausage, Potatoes, Sauerkraut

Servings: 8People

Author: hmccallum

Ingredients

1tablespoonOlive oil

1poundBratwurst

1large Yellow Onionchopped

3mediumCarrotssliced

5clovesGarlicminced

48ouncesLow Sodium Chicken Broth

4largeRusset PotatoesBite-size pieces

1poundPolish SausageSliced

3CupsGerman-Style Sauerkrautdrained and rinsed

1/2teaspoonCaraway seeds

2sprigsFresh Thyme

Kosher Saltto own taste

Freshly Ground Pepper

Instructions

In a dutch oven over medium heat add the olive oil, while it is heating poke a few holes in Bratwurst with a fork to release the oils as it cooks. Place the Bratwurst in the Dutch Oven and brown lightly on each side. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and garlic, saute them about 4 minutes.

The only time I have ever eaten sauerkraut was in grade school when they wouldn’t give us a choice like they do these days haha. It was so bad that I have never even thought about trying it all these years alter. I’m glad to hear that the real stuff is nothing like that – I’ll be looking for it now!

Living in Germany I can confirm that this Sauerkraut and sausage soup is a very popular dish especially in the South of Germany. Adding sausage is the only combination I can get my hubby to eat the healthy sauerkraut;)